The Drayton Court Hotel, Ealing

The Drayton Court Hotel, Ealing

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Casual rooms & suites above a gastropub with a garden terrace & live comedy club nights.

About

Let me tell you about The Drayton Court Hotel in Ealing, London - the kind of place that makes you question why you ever thought central London was where the action is. This West London gem is literally what would happen if your coolest friend opened a hotel-pub hybrid and said "let's make some memories."

Listen, I've just spent an evening here that started as "quick drinks" and ended up being one of those nights that'll go down in the group chat hall of fame. The Drayton Court Hotel isn't just another London pub with rooms upstairs - it's that perfect sweet spot where Victorian grandeur meets "why is it 2am and we're still here?"

The beer garden? ABSOLUTE SCENES. We're talking about possibly the most impressive outdoor space this side of Hyde Park. Picture this: you, sunshine (when London decides to grace us with it), and enough space to host your entire extended family plus that group from work you actually like. It's basically a festival ground with table service and significantly better toilets.

Inside is where the magic really happens though. The pub downstairs feels like it was designed by someone who actually understands what people want - cozy corners for date nights, big tables for those "everyone is finally free on the same night" gatherings, and a bar that makes you feel like a regular even if it's your first time in.

And the rooms? Oh. My. Days. They've somehow managed to nail that perfect balance between "posh hotel vibes" and "home away from home" feels. We're talking proper boutique styling, but without that awkward "I'm afraid to touch anything" energy. The beds are the kind that make you want to cancel your morning plans (don't worry, the breakfast is worth getting up for - trust me on this one).

Speaking of breakfast - whoever's in charge of the morning menu deserves a seriously heartfelt thank you note. The full English here isn't just another greasy spoon situation. It's the kind of breakfast that makes you understand why people write poems about food. And they do proper coffee too - none of that vending machine nonsense.

Here's some insider intel for you: Thursday nights often have live music that'll make you forget you're in suburban London. The Stone Mountain Collective Jam Sessions? Pure gold. And if you're planning any kind of celebration, their event spaces are like a blank canvas for whatever chaos you're planning to unleash (within reason, obviously - they're cool, but they still have standards).

The location is basically perfect too - literally stumbling distance from West Ealing station. And by stumbling, I mean you could probably roll there if you really needed to (please don't test this). It's like they knew we needed somewhere that combines "treat yourself" vibes with "actually getting home isn't a nightmare" practicality.

Dog friendly? CHECK. Service that makes you feel like you're everyone's favorite regular? DOUBLE CHECK. The kind of place where you can show up in your fancy dinner outfit or your Sunday morning coffee run gear and feel equally at home? Triple check with a cherry on top.

Listen, Ealing isn't exactly short on places to drink, eat, or sleep, but The Drayton Court Hotel is playing a whole different game. It's the sort of place that makes you want to invent reasons to celebrate. Birthday coming up in six months? Book it. Friend visiting from out of town? Done. Tuesday? Why not!

Don't even think about trying to find something better in central London - save yourself the tube fare and get yourself to Ealing. The Drayton Court Hotel is waiting to be your new "I know this amazing place" recommendation. Just don't blame me when you end up making it your second home. See you at the bar!

Contact Information

Address

2 The Avenue, London W13 8PH, UK

London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (the)

Amenities

Allows dogs
Good for children

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